Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon

• Take the next step in your career in beautiful New Zealand
• Wellington Regional Hospital, Kenepuru Hospital, Hutt Hospital
• Cardiothoracic Surgery Service
• Permanent, full-time role
• Salary as per ASMS SECA

We are seeking to appoint a full-time Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon with demonstrated expertise in cardiothoracic surgery.

This is an opportunity to join a progressive and collaborative cardiothoracic service committed to delivering high-quality, patient‑centred care across the continuum of treatment. Wellington Hospital provides cardiac services for approximately 1.2 million patients in the central region of New Zealand spanning from Nelson to Hawkes Bay. We have active aortic, mitral, arrhythmia, thoracic and general cardiothoracic programmes.

The service works collaboratively with vascular specialists in care of patients with complex vascular aortic pathology. We work closely with cardiology to deliver a growing structural heart programme. An interest in teaching is important and we are accredited for two RACS SET trainees for two years each and are supported by a total of ten resident medical officers (eight registrars and two house surgeons).

We have academic affiliations with the University of Otago, Victoria University of Wellington and The Medical Research Institute of New Zealand allowing development of academic interests and research programmes if desired. Wellington is the second largest provider of cardiac services in New Zealand, and volumes through the unit are in the top ten compared to similar tertiary units across Australasia.

The successful applicant will provide comprehensive care, delivering inpatient and outpatient management, surgical optimisation, operative treatment across the cardiothoracic spectrum, and post‑operative follow‑up.

This role includes leadership of operating lists and MDT meetings, participation in the on‑call roster, supervision of trainees and junior staff, and active contribution to service development, quality improvement, and innovation within a high‑performing multidisciplinary cardiac surgical programme.

Set between a stunning harbour and rolling green hills, Wellington offers an exceptional lifestyle with a vibrant arts scene, renowned cafes and restaurants, and easy access to beaches, bush walks, and outdoor adventure. As New Zealand's capital, it combines the energy of a cultural and political hub with a compact, family‑friendly environment and a strong sense of community, making it an outstanding place to live and work.

Capital, Coast and Hutt Valley district is located centrally in Wellington and has over 6,000 full‑time equivalent staff, making us one of the major employers in the Wellington region. We operate three hospitals - Wellington Regional Hospital in Newtown, Hutt Valley Hospital and Kenepuru Hospital in Porirua - as well as the Kpiti Health Centre at Paraparaumu.

You will:

• be vocationally registered in Cardiothoracic Surgery with the Medical Council of New Zealand (MCNZ)
• hold FRACS or equivalent qualification and be able to register for vocational registration with the MCNZ
• work in collaboration with multidisciplinary team
• be able to provide consistently high standards of medical care
• have relevant experience and training.

Once offered a position, our internal Health Immigration team can provide free support to you and your family with immigrating to New Zealand. Senior Medical Officers are on Tier 1 of New Zealand's Immigration Green List, which means you are eligible for the Straight to Residence Visa and can apply for New Zealand residency before you arrive.

One of the best things about living and working in New Zealand is the opportunity to experience nature, outdoor adventure and vibrant cities close to where you live and work. You're never far away from your next adventure in New Zealand with access to hiking, skiing, mountain biking, water sports, fine dining, and diving into traditional experiences to learn more about Mori culture across the country.

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